Police Scotland have revealed that two doggy heroes helped them to catch and arrest the driver and passengers of a car that took them on a dramatic pursuit through the city.
At around 1.25am on Monday 19 October, police attempted to pull over a red Kia Ceed GT-Line on Pennywell Road amid concerns over their driving.
But when the car failed to stop, Edinburgh officers were forced to follow the vehicle on a high-speed chase through the city.
The car was eventually abandoned on Greendykes Road and thanks to the dog handlers being deployed, all three men involved have now been arrested and charged.
Edinburgh Police Division shared and image of Bear and Harper looking very proud, writing:
"Officers attempted to stop a red Kia Ceed GT-Line on Pennywell Road, due to the manner it was being driven.
"The car drove away at speed which resulted in a pursuit through the city that required other resources.
"The car was abandoned on Greendykes Road and dog handlers were deployed.
"Police Dog Bear was able to track an 18-year-old man, who was believed to be the driver.
"Police Dog Harper found two men, aged 21 and 23, who were believed to be passengers.
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"All three men were arrested and charged with various road traffic offences and the 18-year-old was also charged in connection with theft of a motor vehicle. They will appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court at a later date."
